Phlebotomist (PRN)

apply.workable.com - ATS; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist to join their team. This role involves collecting and handling specimens while ensuring patient care and safety protocols are followed. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in a hospital laboratory setting. You will have the opportunity to work closely with medical staff and patients, making a significant impact on their healthcare experience. Join a forward-thinking organization that values training and development, and offers a comprehensive benefits package including health care, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, AD&D)

Paid Time Off

Short and Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some college credits preferred.
• One year of hospital laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy including venipuncture, finger, and heel sticks.
• Organize workload to collect, transport, and distribute specimens efficiently.
• Adhere to infection prevention protocols during every patient encounter.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient Care

Clerical Duties

Infection Prevention Protocols

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some College Credits in Biology or Chemistry

Job description

POSITION PURPOSE

Under the supervision of the Administrative Director of Laboratory, the Phlebotomist is responsible for the collection, reception, and distribution of specimens. Performs clerical duties including reporting, distributing client supplies, and performing limited specimen analysis as trained, under the direction of the Pathologist and Laboratory Director. Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to provide appropriate care to specific patient populations, including neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

This job description aims to be comprehensive but is not exhaustive. Duties may include similar or related tasks not explicitly listed.

1. Performs phlebotomy, including venipuncture, finger, and heel sticks.
2. Handles departmental tasks such as restocking, taking temperatures, centrifuging specimens, etc.
3. Uses appropriate patient identification processes with two identifiers, compares information on patient armband and lab test order, and resolves discrepancies prior to specimen collection.
4. Labels all tubes and containers with required information in the presence of the patient.
5. Organizes workload to collect, transport, receive, and distribute specimens efficiently.
6. Collects chain of custody drug screens according to established procedures.
7. Enters test orders, maintains a neat and clean work area.
8. Work assignments and stations may change based on workload.
9. Follows infection prevention protocols during every patient encounter.
10. Adheres to the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct and all policies.
11. Maintains patient confidentiality and handles PHI appropriately.
12. Ensures a safe work environment and reports safety concerns.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.

LATITUDE, CONTACTS/INTERACTIONS

Participates in interdisciplinary team efforts, interacting mainly with hospital staff, medical staff, patients, and visitors.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma or GED required. Some college credits in biology or chemistry and/or military basic medical laboratory procedures preferred.

Experience: One year of hospital laboratory experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification: None required; however, completion of a phlebotomy certification program with a national registry is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Frequent: sitting, standing, walking, reaching.

Occasional: lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting.

Visual and hearing acuity required; color vision necessary for perceiving solution colors. Work is indoors with good ventilation and temperature control.

Potential exposure to toxic chemicals, moving mechanical parts, electric shock, communicable diseases, and bloodborne pathogens.

BENEFITS

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, AD&D)
• Paid Time Off
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources